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Trip Overview

The average train between Matlock and Retford takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Retford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h
Duration
76 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Matlock to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Matlock and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matlock is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited7h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 35m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Matlock to Retford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Matlock to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Matlock, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Matlock to Retford via Derby and Sheffield in around 2h 35m.

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